Windermere Tourist Attractions
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The town of Windermere consists of the older part, Bowness-on-Windermere, and the more modern part higher up the hill. The parish church, St Martin's, consecrated in 1483, has been preserved in its Late-Gothic Perpendicular style; the east window of the choir (14/15th century) is interesting. The National Park Information center has its headquarters in the High Street.Windermere is also a popular centre for watersports and climbing activities or shopping and relaxing for tea. Some of the activities to be enjoyed on Windermere Lake include swimming, water skiing and sailing.
Lakeland Equestrian
The equestrian center is located at Wynbass Beck Stables, and is approved by the British Horse Society and the Association of British Riding Schools. The center offers complete courses for beginners as well as experts. There are also cross-country treks in the nearby countryside. An outdoor, heated swimming pool and other facilities are also located on the site.
Lakes District National Park
The Lakes District National Park is a vast protected area in the heart of Lakeland. It has over 3,500 kilometers of public rights-of-way and numerous lakes and tarns. In the northern half of the park Skiddaw rises to 931 metres above sea level offering a dramatic backdrop to the town of Keswick-on-Derwentwater- major attraction amongst serious walkers and climbers.
Finsthwaite - Stott Park Bobbin Mill
Stott Park Bobbin Mill is an English Heritage property located in Finsthwaite.Built in 1835 the mill is typical of the kind which were built in the area. There are demonstrations of machinery and techniques of the Industrial Revolution.
Townend
Townend is a National Trust property located in Windermere, Troutbeck. It is a 17th century Lakehead farmhouse with original furnishings including wood carving in the traditional style.
Steamboat Museum (closed)
North of Bowness the Steamboat Museum contains old steam and sailing boats, including the "Dolly", built in 1850.
